In this episode of the Wedding Songs Podcast, host Matthew Campbell interviews singer-songwriter Brant Buckley about his new song ‘Wedding Love.’ They discuss Brant’s musical influences, the inspiration behind the song, and the journey of writing and recording it. Brant shares insights into the emotional power of music, the significance of 432 Hertz tuning, and offers advice for couples selecting their wedding songs. The conversation also touches on Brant’s future projects and his passion for music.

Brant Buckley is a Berklee College of Music graduate, singer-songwriter, and author whose musical style blends East Coast folk with Chicago blues. His latest single, “Wedding Love” — a heartfelt ballad featuring acoustic guitar, intimate vocals, and a string quartet — was written for his cousin’s wedding and has been receiving national radio airplay. Buckley’s work has been featured in The Times of India, on major blues radio shows, and his 2024 book, Chicago Blues History: Preserving The Past, hit #1 on Amazon’s Blues chart.

For more information, visit brantbuckley.com and also Brant on Instagram.

Takeaways

Brant Buckley draws inspiration from classic acoustic singer-songwriters.
The song ‘Wedding Love’ was inspired by a family wedding.
Brant initially recorded a version of the song in 2015 but re-released it in 2023.
The title change from ‘Mira’s Song’ to ‘Wedding Love’ allows for broader appeal.
Brant aims to perform at weddings and connect with couples through his music.
The recording process involved experimenting with 432 Hertz tuning.
Songwriting is a blend of imagination and personal truth.
Choosing a wedding song should be about personal connection and meaning.
Brant’s journey in music has been guided by intuition and meditation.
He has plans for future projects, including a blues book and more music.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Brant Buckley and Wedding Love
03:42 Musical Influences and Inspirations
09:17 The Journey of Writing Wedding Love
15:27 The Release and Reception of Wedding Love
20:54 Advice for Couples Choosing Wedding Songs
26:28 Future Projects and Creative Directions